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Dr. Wendy Petzel

Experienced Florida therapist focusing on healing and growth

LMFT Florida

Experience
31 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English
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About Wendy

Dr. Wendy Petzel brings 31 years of clinical experience to work with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.

Background and approach

She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, caregiver stress, codependency, communication difficulties, coping after disasters, family of origin wounds, first responder and veteran issues, post-traumatic stress, and questions about life purpose and self-love. Her approach centers on recognizing clients as the experts in their own stories while offering professional support to help them move forward.

Grounded in a blend of evidence-informed methods, Dr. Petzel uses practical strategies to reduce symptoms alongside deeper exploration of patterns that sustain distress.

She emphasizes collaboration, strengths, and the courage required to pursue change, accompanying clients through both immediate coping and longer-term growth. Dr.

Petzel is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Florida (FL LMFT MT3481) and draws on decades of practice to tailor care to each person’s needs and goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Wendy Petzel frequently blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to address both symptoms and relational patterns. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and building practical coping skills to reduce anxiety, depression, and stress, while Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relational experiences shape current connections and can improve communication and intimacy.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and she works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they review what helps in the short term and what supports deeper change, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to attend regularly, access care from home, and maintain continuity when life is busy or circumstances change, while allowing licensed professionals to apply evidence-informed tools across a range of concerns.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, along with related issues such as attachment problems, caregiver stress, codependency, and isolation.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
The clinician combines practical, skills-based work with exploration of underlying patterns, emphasizing clients' strengths and collaborative problem solving to support both symptom relief and personal growth.
How long has she practiced?
She has 31 years of professional experience working with a variety of concerns across clinical settings.
Where is the therapist licensed and what are the credentials?
She is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Florida with the credential FL LMFT MT3481.
Can I work with this therapist in a language other than English?
Services are offered in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Gottman MethodImago Relationship TherapyPsychodynamic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

31+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English